MSN Programs in Louisiana

Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs build upon the student's Baccalaureate nursing education and clinical nursing experience. MSN programs incorporate a variety of theoretical, social, economic, political, legal, ethical and advanced practice areas of study into their core, concentrations and related courses. Students develop their strengths and by graduation have mastered the skills necessary to perform in their selected area of specialization.

Below you will find a variety of specializations from family nurse practitioner to clinical nurse specialist and nurse educator to nurse administrator or nurse midwifery. No matter what your interest you will be able to find the program that fits your needs offered in online or campus based formats in Louisiana. MSN program accreditation information is also provided. The AACN has recently voiced their support of online master's nursing degree programs due to the accessibility to higher education it offers rural and working nurses.

Why pursue an MSN/MS degree? Opportunities for career advancement are many. Whether you want to pursue management, business, health care policy, education, advanced practice, doctorate education or another area, an MSN can help open these career paths. Another reason is the earning potential for master's educated nurses in Louisiana. According to the Advance for Nurses 2009 Salary Survey, MSN/MS educated nurses working in Louisiana made an hourly rate of $43.00. Hourly and annual earnings will vary significantly depending on facility, experience, specialty, geographic location and other factors. You might also be interested in the MSN - APRN programs in Louisiana.

(Sources: AACN website, Advance for Nurses website)

Master's Nursing Programs Online in Louisiana

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services

University of Phoenix offers a number of Online Master of Science in Nursing programs. These programs are CCNE accredited. They are designed for those nurses who want to take their careers to the next level and pursue more advanced positions in today's challenging health care environment. Click on a program to request free information from University of Phoenix to learn more today.

Walden University School of Nursing

Graduates of the Walden Master of Science degree program in Nursing will be readily prepared to become leaders in their profession. They will be capable of contributing to positive social change in their own communities and throughout the world. Request free information from Walden University to learn more.

Capella University

Capella University offers a Master's in Nursing (MSN) degree program for registered nurses that are interested in pursuing careers as nurse educators or clinical nurse leaders.

Programs Offered: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nurse Educator

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Loyola University New Orleans - School of Nursing (Featured School)

Loyola University New Orleans offers an MSN - Health Care Systems Management and an MSN - BLEND program designed for RNs to enter the MSN program without a BSN. These programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

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Benedictine University

This online Masters in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). It is offered six times a year by the University.

Programs Offered: Master of Science in Nursing Online (Tracks for Nurse Leaders, Nurse Administrators, Nurse Educators and Disaster Management)

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Gonzaga University

Gonzaga University offers a Master's of Science in Nursing program online with two different concentrations: Nurse Educator or Health Systems Leadership. Gonzaga University has received accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for their online MSN nursing programs. Request information below to learn more.

Programs Offered Online: MSN - Nurse Educator, MSN- Health Systems Leadership

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Graceland University

All nursing programs at Graceland University are CCNE accredited. Graceland University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Practicums are completed in the student's community.

Online Programs Offered: MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Nurse Educator, Post-Graduate Certificate Family Nurse Practitioner, Post-Graduate Certificate in Nurse Education

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Kaplan University School of Nursing

The Master of Science in Nursing is designed to prepare you for leadership positions and specialist roles in health care institutions, and to qualify for nursing school instructor positions. The degree is also designed to serve as a foundation for future doctoral studies Request free information from the Kaplan University School of Nursing.

Liberty University - Department of Nursing

Liberty University's Online MSN - Clinical Nurse Specialist Acute Care Track is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools. Graduates are prepared for national certification as a CNS and work as practitioners and/or educators. This program is enrolling now. Request information today!

Program Offered: MSN - Acute Care Track Online

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Norwich University - Nursing Programs

The e-learning MSN program can be completed in 18 - 24 months. This program is approved by the Vermont State Nursing Board and is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Programs Offered: Online MSN - (Nurse Leader)

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Saint Joseph's College of Maine

The Saint Joseph's College of Maine Online Nursing Programs are CCNE accredited.

Programs Offered: Online RN to BSN, Online MSN (Prepares leaders in Health Care Delivery Systems or Education)

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South University - School of Health Professions

South University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The South University MSN program is CCNE accredited and graduates are prepared for careers in nursing education.

Programs Offered: Online MSN (Focus on Teaching and Research)

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University of Cincinnati - College of Nursing

The University of Cincinnati - College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The MSN - Nurse Midwifery online program is accredited by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM).

Programs Offered Online: MSN - Clinical Nurse Specialist (Nurse Educator), MSN - Nursing Administration, MSN - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Adult Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist, MSN - Nurse Midwifery

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Vanderbilt University - School of Nursing

Vanderbilt University is accredited by the Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

Programs Offered: Health Systems Management - MSN Online

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Western Governors University - Nursing

WGU is Regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as well as Nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council.

Programs Offered: Online MSN - Education, Online MSN - Leadership & Management

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Schools Based in Louisiana Offering Master's Nursing Programs

Grambling University - School of Nursing

Programs Offered: MSN - (Family NP), MSN - Nurse Educator, Post-masters certificate FNP, Post certification FNP, BSN, RN to BSN

P.O. Box 1192, Grambling, LA 71245, PH: 318-274-2897

Louisiana State University - School of Nursing

Programs Offered: MSN - Nursing Administration, MSN-Community Health Nursing and MSN - Advanced Practice Nursing (Specializations: Clinical Nurse Specialist - Adult Health Nursing and Psychiatric and Community Mental Health Nursing, Nurse Anesthesia and Nurse Practitioner - Neonatal Nursing and Primary Care Nursing, BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MN, DNP

1900 Gravier Street, 4th Floor, New Orleans, LA 70112, PH: 504-568-41067

Northwestern State University - College of Nursing

Programs are CCNE accredited.

Programs Offered: ASN, LPN - RN, BSN, RN to BSN, MSN - (Concentrations: Acute Care NP, Adult Nursing, Critical Care Adult, FNP, Maternal Child Nursing, Pediatric NP, Neonatal NP, Women's Health NP

Shreveport, Louisiana 71101, PH: 318-677-3100

Our Lady of the Lake College - School of Nursing

NLNAC Accredited

Programs Offered: ASN, BSN, RN to BSN, MSN - Nurse Anesthesia, MSN - (Specializations: Education, Administration)

7434 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808, PH: 225-768-1700

Southern University - School of Nursing

CCNE Accredited Programs

Programs Offered: BSN, MSN - (Concentrations: Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner), Post-master's certificates (Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner), PhD - Nursing

School of Nursing - J. K. Haynes Bldg., Room 112, 170 Swan Ave., Baton Rouge, LA, PH: 225-771-2663